There is a display on the instrument panel that shows what position the selector is in.
Warning: Never move the selector lever to the "R" or "P" position while driving. The gearbox may be damaged - there is a risk of accident!
P – parking lock
The drive wheels are mechanically locked.
The selector should be moved to this position only when the car is completely stopped. Before switching on and off the "P" position, it is necessary to press the lock button on the selector handle. Before switching off this position with the ignition on, it is necessary to additionally press the brake pedal.
R – reverse
The reverse position should only be engaged when the vehicle is completely stopped and the engine is idling. Before shifting to the "R" position from the "P" or "N" positions, the brake pedal must be depressed and the lock button in the selector handle must be pressed.
In the "R" position with the ignition on, the reversing lights come on.
N – neutral position (idle position)
When moving the selector from the "N" position at a speed of up to 5 km/h, as well as when the vehicle is stationary and the ignition is on, press the brake pedal and press the lock button on the selector handle.
D – long forward movement
Four gears shift from low to high and vice versa automatically depending on the engine load and the driving speed.
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Under certain driving conditions, it may be advisable to temporarily use one of the following positions.
3 – position for "hilly" sections of the road
This selector position is recommended when, under certain driving conditions, with the selector in position "D", frequent shifting from 3rd to 4th gear and vice versa occurs.
To move the selector to this position, press the lock button in the selector handle. The 1st, 2nd or 3rd gears are automatically shifted up and down depending on the engine load and driving speed, the 4th gear is locked. This also increases the braking effect of the engine when the fuel supply is cut off.
2 – position for mountainous road sections
This position is recommended for long climbs and descents.
Automatically shifts up and down 1st and 2nd gear depending on engine load and driving speed, 3rd and 4th gears remain locked to avoid unnecessary upshifts. This also increases engine braking efficiency.
1 – position for mountainous road sections with large slopes
Selecting this position is recommended when riding on steep climbs and descents.
When this position is engaged, the lock button on the selector handle must be pressed. The car moves only in 1st gear, 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears are locked to avoid unnecessary upshifts. This achieves the maximum possible engine braking effect.
Cruise control cannot be used in position "1" of the selector.
Warning: When manually downshifting, it is possible to shift to positions "3", "2" and "1", but downshifting occurs automatically only when the maximum permissible engine speed is not exceeded after the shift.
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